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IBTNL37: Unlock Today’s Tech Insights!
Neuralink’s brain chip modifications, Vampire Survivors ad-free on Apple Arcade, and AI candidates entering politics. Discover Meta’s AI protein generation, Vitalik Buterin’s reflections on Ethereum, and a comprehensive guide on LocalFirstWeb for better web apps.
Caesar Bell
July 11, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 2 minutes
Welcome to IBTNL #36
Today’s topics: Neuralink’s brain chip modifications, Vampire Survivors ad-free on Apple Arcade, and AI candidates entering politics. Discover Meta’s AI protein generation, Vitalik Buterin’s reflections on Ethereum, and a comprehensive guide on LocalFirstWeb for better web apps.
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Here's How Neuralink Is Modifying Its Brain Chip for Second Human Patient
3 min read
Neuralink is updating its brain chip design to address issues identified during initial trials, focusing on enhancing safety and reliability for the second human patient. These modifications include improvements in the chip’s interface with brain tissue and better handling of neural data. Neuralink aims to ensure more stable and efficient performance, with the ultimate goal of aiding individuals with neurological conditions through advanced brain-computer interface technology.
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Latest Apple Arcade additions show Apple is looking backward, not forward
3 min read
The popular indie game Vampire Survivors is now available on Apple Arcade, featuring an ad-free experience. This move to the subscription-based service allows players to enjoy the game without interruptions from advertisements, enhancing gameplay. Vampire Survivors has gained a significant following for its addictive gameplay and retro aesthetic, and its ad-free version on Apple Arcade is expected to attract even more players.
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AI candidates are running for office
5 min read
AI-powered chatbots are entering political races, including “AI Steve” in the UK, “Virtual Integrated Citizen” in Wyoming, and “Yas Gaspada” in Belarus. These AI candidates aim to enhance democracy by engaging with voters and shaping policy based on public input. Despite the novelty, legal and practical challenges remain, such as ensuring AI’s accountability and addressing potential biases and inaccuracies in AI-generated policies. The future of AI in politics remains uncertain, with current efforts serving more as experimental initiatives.
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Former Meta scientists unveiled an AI model that can generate new proteins
4 min read
Researchers from Meta have developed an AI model capable of generating proteins at an evolutionary scale, potentially transforming the field of protein engineering. The model can design new proteins that do not exist in nature, offering significant implications for medicine and bioengineering. This breakthrough could lead to the creation of novel enzymes and therapeutic proteins, accelerating advancements in drug discovery and synthetic biology.
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Vitalik Buterin Reflects On Strengths, Weaknesses of Ethereum, 'Hardening' the Blockchain
4 min read
Vitalik Buterin discusses the evolution of Ethereum, highlighting both its achievements and areas needing improvement. He emphasizes Ethereum’s strength in decentralization and security but acknowledges scalability and user experience challenges. Buterin advocates for “hardening” the blockchain by enhancing its resilience against attacks and improving its infrastructure to support more extensive and complex applications. His reflections aim to guide Ethereum’s ongoing development and address the critical issues for future growth.
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REAL WORLD UTILITY & DePIN
42 min watch (video included in the post)
This is huge. In telecomm speak, terminate means to connect calls. If you watch this deep dive vid, you'll know why Minutes Network (and it's partner company, thw World Mobile Team) are going to be so huge.
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Local-first Software
3 min read
LocalFirstWeb is a platform dedicated to promoting best practices for developing web applications that prioritize local-first principles. It focuses on techniques that ensure applications work efficiently offline, maintain data privacy, and provide robust performance. The platform offers resources, tutorials, and case studies to help developers create web apps that are resilient, user-friendly, and privacy-conscious.
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The Local First Landscape
53 min watch
Scott and Wes dive into the local first landscape, exploring the benefits and possibilities of local first apps. They highlight some of their favorite tools and discuss why local first is gaining traction among developers.
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